Florence’s Iconic Hotel Calimala, Launches Second Outpost in Hip Milan Neighbourhood, Porta Venezia

Hotel Calimala is thrilled to announce the opening of its Milan outpost, located at Via Melzo 7, in the historic and vibrant Porta Venezia district. Blending modern sophistication with an appreciation for Milan’s storied culture, Hotel Calimala Milan delivers an immersive experience that brings luxury, serenity, and a dash of local flavour to travellers and locals alike. With 88 meticulously designed rooms, including four premium suites, guests will experience the utmost comfort with an ambiance that encapsulates the dynamic spirit of Milan’s Centro Storico. The hotel also boasts a ground floor espresso bar and a two storey rooftop, featuring a bar and a swimming pool, as well as a restaurant which will launch in the spring of 2026.

ITB Berlin Survey Reveals Where LGBTQ+ Travellers Feel Safest

How safe do LGBTQ+ people feel when travelling? Where is social acceptance most noticeable? For the first time, together with Diversity Tourism and A3M Global Monitoring, ITB Berlin has conducted a survey among queer travellers. While Canada and Spain are consistently perceived as safe, social acceptance in Germany remains rather cautious, despite equal legal rights. The USA on the other hand reflects a deep divide – where regional differences are evident. A3M has now published its latest LGBTQ+ Risk Map 2025 documenting developments worldwide.

Paradox? Did you say paradox?

In our world of perpetual motion, paradoxes are no longer surprising. The health crisis once led us to believe there would be a lasting post-Covid impact on the desire to travel. And while that wave may have temporarily receded, it is far too powerful to dissolve into an ocean that suddenly stands still.

ProposalPath Launches Hospitality’s First AI Proposal Assistant to Transform Group Sales

ProposalPath, the hospitality industry’s most widely adopted proposal platform, today introduced ProposalPath Assistant, a built-in AI feature that transforms how hotel sales teams respond to RFPs and client requests. Powered by applied artificial intelligence and built specifically for hospitality, the assistant generates fully-branded, interactive proposals in under one minute—from virtually any input.

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Expands Global Portfolio with 18 New Members

Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest independent hotel brand, is pleased to announce the addition of 18 new member properties to its global portfolio between April 1 and June 30, 2025. To celebrate, I Prefer Hotel Rewards members can earn 2,500 bonus points on eligible stays at any of these participating locations for a limited time. Ranging from a brand-new and distinguished Texas Inn to a historic castle-turned-luxury-retreat in the Austrian Alps, each of these unique and independent properties offers immersive, authentic experiences that spark curiosity and encourage travelers to discover even more extraordinary destinations across the globe. Highlights include: